Pan Fried Basa with Garlic Celery Sauce was a recent deliciously turned out experiment. Basa is a catfish imported from Vietnam. As a fish basa is very versatile since it absorbs all kinds of flavours infused in it.

Ever since it was introduced in India in 2011, basa has found its favour with both people and chefs. What works well with basa is that it is economically priced and comes in fat fillets. It is moist, chunky and takes on flavour easily. Whether you want a tandoori tikka or a pan seared fillet, basa works beautifully for both. My current stash of basa came from Spencer’s supermarket and that too really inexpensive, just Rs.300 for a kilo.

Here is my simple and easy recipe for making sumptuous basa at home with a refreshing garlic & celery sauce.